Northmead Early Education Centre’s ‘Learning for Life Curriculum’ is guided by current early childhood research and evidence-based best practice. Our curriculum is play-based and inquiry orientated and incorporates The National Early Years Learning Framework. The integral components of our curriculum include:

• Literacy, language and communication
• Social & Emotional Learning
• Active & Social Citizenship
• STEM
• Creative Arts
• Sustainability
• Physical development, Health and Wellbeing

Our educators recognise the children as competent and capable learners and foster collaborative relationships that nurture the children’s holistic development. Our curriculum and programs are supported by external specialist teachers and programs, such as:

• Multisport and Munch & Move programs
• ELLA Mandarin language program
• Early Learning STEM Australia (ELSA) program
• Science and cultural discovery workshops

From a child’s first orientation, the educators at Northmead Early Education Centre work with every family to foster respectful, collaborative and supportive relationships. These relationships continue to flourish and grow through a child’s first time at the centre and help them to develop a strong sense of belonging. Most of all, the educators value the diverse knowledge and experiences of every child and their family.

Families are warmly encouraged to participate in the centre’s programs and activities. This includes sharing a delicious chef-prepared meal with their child, participation in special events throughout the year, or sharing a special skill or interest. The centre also hosts events that provide families with opportunities to connect with each other and get to know the other families in the Service, for example, family picnics.

Educators share updates and learning about each child through the Storypark and Xplor apps to keep parents connected to their child’s time at the centre. The Service also holds various information sessions and meetings throughout the year that encourage parental input into the program and curriculum. In addition to 1:1 meetings to discuss their child’s progress, parents are always welcome each day to chat with the friendly NEEC team.

From a child’s first orientation, the educators at Northmead Early Education Centre work with every family to foster respectful, collaborative and supportive relationships. These relationships continue to flourish and grow through a child’s time at the centre and help them to develop a strong sense of belonging. Most of all, the educators value the diverse knowledge and experiences of every child and their family. 

Families are warmly invited to participate in the programs and activities at the centre. This includes sharing a delicious and nutritious chef-prepared meal with their child, making cupcakes with the children or sharing a special skill or interest. The centre also hosts events that provide families with opportunities to connect with each other and get to know the other families at the centre.

Educators share updates and stories about the children via the StoryPark app to keep parents connected to their child’s time at the centre. They also hold information sessions throughout the year that encourage parental input into the program and curriculums. In addition to 1:1 meetings to discuss their child’s progress, parents can also speak with the educators at other times through informal chats.